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ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL
July 18, 2005
Albertville City Hall
7:00 PM
PRESENT: Mayor Don Peterson, Council members John Vetsch, Ron Klecker, LeRoy
Berning, and Tom Fay, City Attorney Mike Couri, Assistant City Planner Bob Kirmis, City
Engineer Mark Kasma, City Administrator Larry Kruse, and City Clerk Bridget Miller
Mayor Peterson called the Albertville City Council meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. followed by the
Pledge of Allegiance.
ADOPT AGENDA
MOTION BY Council member Klecker, seconded by Council member Fay to approve the
agenda adding Fire Department-Resolution and Sheriff Hours under Administration. Motion
carried unanimously.
MINUTES
MOTION BY Council member Vetsch, seconded by Council member Berning to approve the
July 5,2005 regular City Council minutes as on file in the office of the City Clerk. Motion
carried unanimously.
CITIZEN FORUM
Mayor Peterson asked if there was anyone in the audience to address the Council regarding
something that is not already on the agenda.
There was no one present.
CONSENT AGENDA
MOTION BY Council member Beming, seconded by Council member Klecker to approve the
consent agenda pulling item "c". Motion carried unanimously.
a. Approve payment of claims check numbers 021642 to 021697
b. Approve S.E.H.'s recommendation for Application for Payment No.5 for 2004 Prairie
Run Project to Dennis Fehn Gravel & Excavating, Inc. in the amount of$107,047.97
c. Approve S.E.H.'s recommendation for Application for Payment No.5 for 2004 School
Pedestrian and Bike Path to Buffalo Bituminous, Inc. in the amount of $20,624.92
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ACTION ON PULLED CONSENT ITEMS
Council wanted to know if Buffalo Bituminous has completed everything we have hired them to
do. Council would like to consider holding the payment.
City Attorney Couri stated we couldn't hold the funds for one project if they have not completed
another project. One suggestion is to work on a punch list of items Buffalo Bituminous, Inc.
needs to complete and contact Wright County to get things completed and addressed regarding
any county roads.
MOTION BY Mayor Peterson, seconded by Council member Berning to approve the
Motion carried unanimously.
DEPARTMENT BUSINESS
FINANCE DEPARTMENT UPDATE
Finance Director Lannes touched very briefly on the Accounts Receivable. She proceeded to the
Utility Billing and how this time we sent out 20 disconnection notices compared to 121 the
previous quarter. We got a good response from the residents and did not have to shut off any.
The residents either paid the bill or set up a payment plan.
Finance Director Lannes reported on the Budget update and explained some highlighted areas.
She reviewed the 2005 Council Updated Budget, the status of outstanding projects and amounts
paid out on the projects.
BUILDING DEPARTMENT REpORT
Reviewed the Building Department written report.
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Moonev Second Addition - Final Plat - Develooer's Al!feement
Assistant City Planner Kirmis reported that Finn Daniels has made an application for final plat of
Mooney Second Addition. The expressed intention of this application is for the final plat of Lot
I, Block I, Mooney Second Addition. Mr. Kirmis reviewed the City Planners Report and
Planning Commission recommendation as on file in the office of the City Clerk.
MOTION BY Council member Fay, seconded by Council member Berning that based on the
Findings of Fact to approve the Mooney Second Addition - Final Plat subject to the conditions
herein, and to the comments made by the City Engineer and as on file in the office of the City
Clerk. Motion carried unanimously.
MOTION BY Council member Klecker, seconded by Council member Vetsch to approve
Developer's Agreement as on file in the office of the City Clerk. Motion carried unanimously.
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ENGINEERING
Bolton and Menk: Monthlv Reoort
City Engineer Kasma reviewed the monthly report updating the Council on the progress of
projects throughout Albertville. Mr. Kasma gave a brief update on the situation with Ms.
Pauling's backyard and how the City is working on the drainage issue.
Council requested the City Engineer look into the possibility of putting flashing lights on the 4-
way stop at the intersection of Main Avenue NE and 57th Street NE. It is hard to see the stop
signs in the evening and until the residents are used to the new traffic situation Council would
appreciate addition notification.
City Engineer Kasma would work with PW Supervisor Guimont to address this request.
MNDOT Detours & A2reements Resolution No. 2005-25 TH 241 MnDOT A2feement 88121
City Engineer Kasma reported on the MnDOT Detours and Agreements Resolution No. 2005-25
entitled TH 241 MnDOT Agreement 88121.
Mayor Peterson wanted to make sure that Albertville citizens would not suffer with the
construction in St. Michael. Council agreed to ensure the routing through Albertville would be
to much of an impact on the residents.
MOTION BY Council member Fay, seconded by Council member Vetsch to approve
Resolution No. 2005-25 entitled TH 241 MnDOT Agreement 88121 as presented and on file in
the office of the City Clerk. Motion carried unanimously.
S.E.H. Chan2e Order - Public Works Facilitv
City Administrator Kruse reviewed the Public Works Facility Change Order No. 15 presented in
the Council packet.
Council wanted to make sure that PW Supervisor Guimont had a written agreement in place for
Omann Brothers to complete the project.
MOTION BY Mayor Peterson, seconded by Council member Vetsch to approve the S.E.H.
Change Order - Public Works Facility as presented with the understanding that PW Supervisor
Guimont has a written agreement for the amount and as on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Motion carried unanimously.
ADMINISTRATION
City Administrator Kruse reviewed the Administrator's Report pointing out the upcoming City
Council Workshop. He went on to discuss the Resolution No. 2005-26, which is enclosed in the
packet dealing with the City Hall Design Development looking for Council approval.
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MOTION BY Council member Vetsch, seconded by Council member Berning to approve
Resolution No. 2005-26 entitled A Resolution approving the Design Development of the New
Albertville City Hall as on file in the office ofthe City Clerk. Motion carried unanimously.
City Administrator Kruse was looking for Council approval on the City Hall Design
Development Phase as identified on July 13 in the memorandum from Bonestroo.
MOTION BY Council member Vetsch, seconded by Council member Berning to approve City
Hall Design Development Phase as identified on the July 13,2005 Bonestroo memorandum with
minor modifications as identified in the July 13th Design Development meeting minutes as on
file in the office of the City Clerk. Motion carried unanimously.
City Administrator Kruse was looking for Council approval on the City Administrator working
with Berning and Vetsch to identify and hire a commercial kitchen design consultant at a cost not
to exceed $1,500.
MOTION BY Mayor Peterson, seconded by Council member Klecker to approve the City
Administrator working with Berning and Vetsch to identify and hire a commercial kitchen
design consultant at a cost not to exceed $1,500. Motion carried unanimously.
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City Administrator Kruse was looking for Council approval on the City Administrator working
with Berning and Vetsch to identify and hire an audio, video, and lighting consultant for the
technology component of the Council Chambers and other key areas, developing plans and
specification for bidding at a cost not to exceed $5,000.
MOTION BY Mayor Peterson, seconded by Council member Fay to approve the City
Administrator working with Berning and Vetsch to identify and hire an audio, video, and lighting
consultant for the technology component of the Council Chambers and other key areas,
developing plans and specification for bidding at a cost not to exceed $5,000. Motion carried
unanimously.
City Administrator Kruse brought to Council attention there is a joint meeting with the STMA
School Board and the City ofSt. Michael set for Monday, July 25,2005. He also informed the
Council of a ribbon cutting - photo opportunity for the 50th Street NE Trail to be held at
6:30 p.m. on Monday, July 25, 2005.
Sheriff's Deoartment Hours
Council member Klecker reported that there has been some vandalism or harassment within the
Cottages of Albertville Association. There has been some egging of the buildings and someone
ringing doorbells late at night. The Sheriff's Department has not been able to identify anyone or
people involved. Mr. Klecker would like the Council to consider additional police coverage.
. No action was taken at this time, but Council did listen to the request made by Mr. Klecker.
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Council member Klecker wanted the Council to reconsider the hours of protection within
Albertville.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION BY Council member Berning, seconded by Council member Fay to adjourn at
9:00 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.
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Bridget Mill , City Clerk
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